Test and evaluation of the Navy half-watt RTGThe radioisotope thermoelectric generator (RTG) considered is to provide a continuous minimum power output of 0.5 watt at 6.0 to 8.5 volts for a minimum period of 15 years. The mechanical-electrical evaluation phase discussed involved the conduction of shock and vibration tests. The thermochemical-physical evaluation phase consisted of an analysis of the materials and the development of a thermal model. The thermoelectric evaluation phase included the accelerated testing of the thermoelectric modules.
Document ID
19770030001
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Proceedings
Authors
Rosell, F. E., Jr. (Battelle Columbus Labs. OH, United States)
Lane, S. D. (U.S. Navy, Naval Nuclear Power Unit, Port Hueneme Calif., United States)
Eggers, P. E. (Ridihalgh and Associates Columbus, Ohio, United States)
Gawthrop, W. E. (Battelle Columbus Laboratories Columbus, Ohio, United States)
Rouklove, P. G. (Battelle Columbus Labs. OH, United States)
Truscello, V. C. (California Institute of Technology, Jet Propulsion Laboratory, Pasadena Calif., United States)
Date Acquired
August 8, 2013
Publication Date
January 1, 1976
Subject Category
Energy Production And Conversion
Meeting Information
Meeting: Conference on Intersociety Energy Conversion Engineering